The Braley Blog
“Pete’s Daily Connection”
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Raising Grampy – Getting Ready For Thanksgiving
Hello Peoples! It’s me, Carson and it’s been a busy week with Grammy and Grampy. First they went away last week to see my cousin Ella in a place called Virginia. I think it’s the next town over from Acushnet. My Gigi watched me a few extra days last week. When Grammy and Grampy came…
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Feeling Down? There Is Something You Can Do About It
The holidays: A joyous time for many but a difficult time for some. Are you feeling down? There is something you can do. This came to mind this week when I was having a difficult day. Yes, your little ray of sunshine was not having a “Sunshine Day!” First, I let somebody get under my…
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Carson Takes Over “Raising Grampy”
Hello peoples! My name is Carson and I’m taking over “Raising Grampy.” I guess I should tell you a little about me. I don’t have a lot to tell because I haven’t been here too long. I’m only 4 months old. I live in a town called Acushnet. I think that’s a funny name. Sounds…
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One Thing They Don’t Warn You About….
Sometimes I can’t believe that it’s been almost ten years since I suffered an ischemic stroke. In some ways I am still rehabbing and recovering. I guess it never ends. It’s definitely been a journey. Not one that I ever planned on. It did give me the chance to meet a few amazing people through…
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”Raising Grampy” Gets A New Author
“Raising Grampy” is a look at the world through the eyes of Pete’s grandson, Liam. Liam lives in Corpus Christi, TX. Hi everyone! It’s me, Liam, and today I made a decision. I have decided not to eat all of my Halloween candy in one sitting! I remember how Grampy used to steal all my…
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I Fell In My Kitchen This Week: Learned Some Lessons.
Yes I fell in my kitchen last Saturday and learned a few lessons. First, don’t fall in the kitchen. Or anywhere else. My wife, yes the Paramedic, says she responds to more falls than any other injury. Last Saturday I was making Chicken Cordon Bleu.You know, where you put a slice of ham and some…
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Don’t Let These Opportunities Go By. We May Never Get Them Back.
I had such a nice day last Sunday. No, it wasn’t because of the weather. That was the day the Nor’easter began around 11am. No, it was not because the Patriots beat the Saints. I’m a Dolphin fan, remember? We’re already hoping for a good draft pick next year and it’s only week 7. It…
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What Kind Of Example Are We Setting?
I read a quote from Paulo Coelho this week. Coelho is a Brazilian author and novelist. His works include “The Alchemist,” a spiritual novel that has become a bestseller. The quote? “The world is changed by your example, not your opinion.” That made me stop and think. (I seem to be doing that more as…
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”Raising Grampy” And Another Happy Birthday!
(“Raising Grampy is an occasional series written through the eyes of Pete’s grandson Liam. Liam is now 6-years old and lives in Corpus Christi, TX with his mommy and daddy.) Hi everyone! It’s me, Liam, and guess who came to Texas? Oh I guess I’ve used that line before. It was Grampy! And Grammy! And…
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Road Trip With My Boys
Last week I took a road trip with my boys. We went to Miami to see the Patriots play the Dolphins. When we first thought of this trip, back when the NFL announced the 2025 schedule, I was skeptical about spending the money. That’s when my wife, Priscilla, said, “It’s always been on your bucket…